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SUMMARY:Extending the Gardening Season Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you sad to see the summer end with the last of your vegetable garden bounty? Fear not! Fall can also be a great time to keep your gardens in production by extending the growing season. Whether you have already planted for this fall or want to plan for the next\, this workshop will cover what vegetables grow best in the fall\, how to protect your crops from frosts and freezes\, and how overwintering certain crops can take your growing season even further. \nThis workshop will include indoor and outdoor components and some hands-on planting and use of various row cover\, weather permitting. Dress for a short walk over grassy\, flat\, but uneven terrain. Bring garden gloves if you have them. \nAs a bonus\, check out our Annual Fall Plant Sale before or after the workshop! \nPresenter: Steph Sosinski is a Home Horticulture Program Manager with UNH Extension. \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon Members and UNH Extension Master Gardeners. \n$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nRegister here.\nRegistration required by September 7. \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman via email. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nPhoto: Massabesic Center Gardens\, NH Audubon 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/extending-gardening-season-workshop-8-16-23/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230907T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
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SUMMARY:The State of New Hampshire’s Birds with Dr. Pamela Hunt
DESCRIPTION:In the last 50 years\, scientists estimate that North America has lost roughly 3 billion birds\, meaning that there are only three quarters as many birds around as there used to be. New Hampshire Audubon has been tracking bird populations for almost as long\, and in our “State of the Birds” report we present a summary of how birds are doing here in the Granite State. Almost 300 species occur regularly here\, and this report outlines general population trends\, major threats facing birds and their habitats\, and some of the conservation strategies that might help them recover. The bad news is that birds are declining here as well. The good news is that there are things we can do about it.  \nThis presentation is available in a hybrid format.  You are welcome to join us in-person at the Massabesic Center in Auburn\, or virtually via Zoom! Please indicate your preference in the ticket options below. \nThis program will take place rain or shine.  \nPresenter:\nDr. Pamela Hunt\, NH Audubon Senior Biologist for Avian Conservation  \nCost:\n$12 for NH Audubon members\n$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nRegistration Required by September 6\, 2023  \nAll ticket purchases will generate a printable ticket with a QR code. In-person check-in is done via sign-up list; please keep the printable ticket with QR code for your records.  \nZoom links will be sent to all virtual participants prior to the webinar. The link does not generate immediately\, so your patience is appreciated. Every effort will be made to record the presentation for registered attendees who miss the livestream.  \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org.  \nThe NH Audubon Scientist Series features our Senior Biologists sharing their research and data in monthly presentations at Massabesic Center during 2023.  \n 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/scientist-series-state-of-the-birds-sept-7-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,NH Audubon Scientist Series,Presentation/Lecture,Webinar,Zoom Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
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SUMMARY:Professional Development - Back to School Gardening\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Richard Hodges from ReTreeUs for the last of a two-part workshop to discover a novel way to grow schoolyard gardens. In these workshops\, we’ll talk about sheet mulching techniques\, succession planting\, and building organic matter with an easy-to-do method. You’ll also learn the basic considerations and steps for planning and starting a schoolyard vegetable garden. UNH-Extension Master Gardeners will be on site to talk specifics about pollinator gardens\, as well. \nIn this session\, we will harvest the crops that were planted in the “Back to School Garden” that we established in the spring session. We’ll transplant lettuce\, spinach and kale seedlings for the fall. We will install row cover\, with mini hoops\, to extend the growing season and we’ll discuss various approaches to fall gardens. \nAfter the workshop\, we’ll see these methods and more in action while touring the successful Teaching and Demonstration Garden\, which is maintained through a partnership between NH Audubon and UNH-Extension\, and provides the public with research-based\, sustainable gardening information and skills that benefit our environment for wildlife and for people. \nThis program will take place outdoors rain or shine. In the event of severe thunderstorms\, we will postpone.  Dress for a short walk in grassy uneven terrain\, with the intention to get hands-on with soil and plants. Please bring gloves; we will have some available on site if you need to borrow a pair. \nCost: $10 for NH Audubon members $15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.)  \nAdvance registration required for Part 2 by August 27th. \nAll ticket purchases will generate a printable ticket with a QR code. In-person check-in is done via sign-up list; please keep the printable ticket with QR code for your records.   \nPayPal Disclaimer:  \nOur ticket system utilizes NH Audubon’s PayPal account to facilitate sales. Registrants are not required to make a PayPal account to check out; a “guest” option is available. \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nDon’t miss Part 1\, taking place virtually on July 10th\, 3:00pm – 4:00pm! \nAll participants who register for Part 2 before July 10th\, will receive free access to the live webinar. Participants who register after July 10th will be provided with free access to the webinar recording.  Please don’t pay twice! \nPhoto: Image from ReTreeUs showing a healthy garden grown with sheet-mulching techniques.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/school-gardening2-aug30-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230726T193000
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SUMMARY:Garden Insects - Environmentally Conscious Pest Management
DESCRIPTION:As a gardener committed to sustainable practices\, it can be difficult knowing which insects are beneficial to your garden and which are harmful\, let alone the best way to help your plants survive the onslaught.  To learn the most environmentally-conscious\, and effective\, ways of gardening with insects\, join us for an introduction to our six-legged friends and foes.  During this in-person workshop\, we’ll discuss the basics of insect taxonomy and anatomy\, the factors behind what makes a bug good or bad\, identification tips\, and a review of common species that you’re likely to encounter here in New Hampshire.  We’ll also discuss integrated pest management concepts\, with a focus on non-chemical practices\, to help lessen the impacts of pests you may encounter at home. \nThis presentation will include a 45-minute indoor lecture\, followed by a 45-minute excursion to the gardens to look for insects and their signs in the Demonstration Gardens. In the event of inclement weather\, the entire presentation will take place indoors. \nCome prepared for a short walk over flat\, uneven grassy terrain.  Sunscreen and bug-repellant (for the humans!) are recommended. \nFor accessibility accommodations\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nPresenter:\nKimmie Whiteman\, NH Audubon Massabesic Center Director \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH-Extension Master Gardeners$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by July 25\, 2023 \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \n 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/garden-insects-july-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture,Wildlife Sanctuary Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230710T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
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SUMMARY:Professional Development - Back to School Gardening\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:PART 1 HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO ZOOM \nJoin Richard Hodges from ReTreeUs for a two-part workshop to discover a novel way to grow schoolyard gardens. In these workshops\, we’ll talk about sheet mulching techniques\, succession planting\, and building organic matter with an easy-to-do method. You’ll also learn the basic considerations and steps for planning and starting a schoolyard vegetable garden. \nIn Part 1 of the workshop\, we’ll get hands-on (virtually) with the “sheet mulching” practice we utilize in school gardens in the spring to prevent weeds and build soil. We will learn about direct-sowing crops that grow well over the summer with minimal maintenance while discussing best practices for school gardens. \nAfter the workshop\, we’ll provide information for you to tour the successful Teaching and Demonstration Garden\, which is maintained through a partnership between NH Audubon and UNH-Extension\, and provides the public with research-based\, sustainable gardening information and skills that benefit our environment for wildlife and for people. \nCost: $10 for NH Audubon members $15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.)  \nAdvance registration required for Part 1 by July 10th at 12pm. \nIf you will be also attending Part 2\, register via the Part 2 link. Your webinar access will be generated automatically\, free of charge.  Please don’t pay twice! \nAll ticket purchases will generate a printable ticket with a QR code. In-person check-in is done via sign-up list; please keep the printable ticket with QR code for your records.   \nZoom links will be sent to all virtual participants prior to the webinar. The link does not generate immediately\, so your patience is appreciated. Every effort will be made to record the presentation for registered attendees who miss the livestream.    \nPayPal Disclaimer:  \nOur ticket system utilizes NH Audubon’s PayPal account to facilitate sales. Registrants are not required to make a PayPal account to check out; a “guest” option is available. \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nDon’t forget to also sign up for Part 2 on August 30th\, 4:00pm – 6:00pm! \nPhoto: Image from ReTreeUs showing a healthy garden grown with sheet-mulching techniques. \n  \n 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/school-gardening1-may24-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Link\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture,Webinar,Zoom Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230519T165508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T165508Z
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SUMMARY:Tips for Growing Tomatoes: Trellising\, Pruning and More
DESCRIPTION:Fresh tomatoes from the garden are the BEST\, but growing them can present some challenges. In this workshop\, we’ll explore some ways to overcome challenges of disease and pests and support the plants for better production. We’ll discuss and demonstrate different support methods: staking\, caging\, overhead trellising\, and the “Florida Weave.” We’ll show how to prune tomatoes to control growth and improve disease prevention and more. \nThe workshop will take place primarily outdoors. Dress for the weather and prepare for a short walk over grassy\, flat\, but uneven terrain. \nPresenter: Will Lowenthal is a Extension Master Gardener Volunteer with extensive knowledge of various vegetable gardening practices. \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Extension Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by June 20\, 2023 \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nStock photo
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/tomatoes-june-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230519T161620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T162549Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Corn: As Fresh As It Gets
DESCRIPTION:The arrival of local sweet corn in the summer is an event many look forward to. Why not grow your own for even more freshness and variety? This in-person workshop will explore selecting varieties\, determining where and how to plant and maintain a healthy crop and how to address pests and problems. As a bonus\, we’ll also discuss growing and processing “dry” corn for cornmeal\, flour and popcorn. \nThe workshop will take place primarily indoors\, rain or shine. Weather permitting we’ll have a hands-on planting opportunity in the gardens directly behind the center.  Dress for a short walk over grassy\, flat\, but uneven terrain. \nPresenter: Will Lowenthal is a Extension Master Gardener Volunteer with extensive knowledge of various vegetable gardening practices. \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Extension Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by June 5\, 2023 \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nStock photo
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/growing-corn-june-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230601T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230106T164641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T194918Z
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SUMMARY:The People and the Peregrines Behind the Incredible Ongoing Recovery of Falcons in NH with Chris Martin
DESCRIPTION:Decades of restoration efforts now make it possible trace generations of Peregrines from successful nest sites across the state. Sightings of banded falcons reveal their NH lineages as populations increase. The Manchester falcon nest site that we can see in NH Audubon’s nest cam has produced 70 chicks so far and over half of them have been spotted elsewhere as adults. Hear stories of individual falcons and individual people who monitor them. Through photos\, join Chris on a climb to band chicks – how does he get into the ledges and crevasses to measure and document them year after year? \n“It’s the unsolved mysteries that are important to me now\,” says Chris. “I’m getting multiple sightings of a color banded falcon spotted in Hampton who is the grandson of a Manchester bird via the Newburyport\, Plum Island bridge. Where is he now? Did he move on from Hampton? Is he part of a new breeding pair somewhere\, continuing his lineage?” \nChris Martin has been a raptor biologist for NH Audubon for more than three decades. His work focuses on recovery of the state’s endangered and threatened raptors in close collaboration with NH Fish & Game. He recruits\, trains\, and supervises an enthusiastic group of NH Audubon volunteer field observers who monitor these species across the state. \nThis presentation is available in a hybrid format.  Join us in-person at the Massabesic Center in Auburn\, or virtually via Zoom! Please indicate your preference in the ticket options below. \nThis program will take place rain or shine.  \nPresenter:\nChris Martin\, NH Audubon Senior Biologist – Raptors  \nCost:\n$12 for NH Audubon members\n$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nRegistration Required by May 31\, 2023  \nAll ticket purchases will generate a printable ticket with a QR code. In-person check-in is done via sign-up list; please keep the printable ticket with QR code for your records.  \nZoom links will be sent to all virtual participants prior to the webinar. The link does not generate immediately\, so your patience is appreciated. Every effort will be made to record the presentation for registered attendees who miss the livestream.  \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org.  \nThe NH Audubon Scientist Series features our Senior Biologists sharing their research and data in monthly presentations at Massabesic Center during 2023.  \n 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/scientist-series-peregrine-falcon-june-1-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,NH Audubon Scientist Series,Presentation/Lecture,Webinar,Zoom Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230106T162857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T200855Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Migration: Fun Facts and Shameless Speculations with Dr. Pamela Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Why do birds migrate? How do they know where they’re going? The phenomenon of bird migration has fascinated people for millennia\, and in this program the answers are finally revealed! During this program\, Pam Hunt will provide an overview of the nuts and bolts of bird migration\, including how scientists study it. We’ll also discuss examples of migration routes of some familiar (and unfamiliar) species and touch on the conservation issues facing migratory birds.  \nThis presentation is available in a hybrid format.  You are welcome to join us in-person at the Massabesic Center in Auburn\, or virtually via Zoom! Please indicate your preference in the ticket options below. \nThis program will take place rain or shine.   \nPresenter:\nDr. Pamela Hunt\, NH Audubon Senior Biologist for Avian Conservation  \nCost:\n$12 for NH Audubon members\n$15 for non-members (Join or renew your membership today! Not sure of your membership status? Email our member services department or call (603) 224-9909 x310.) \nRegistration Required by May 10\, 2023  \nAll ticket purchases will generate a printable ticket with a QR code. In-person check-in is done via sign-up list; please keep the printable ticket with QR code for your records.  \nZoom links will be sent to all virtual participants prior to the webinar. The link does not generate immediately\, so your patience is appreciated. Every effort will be made to record the presentation for registered attendees who miss the livestream.  \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org.  \nThe NH Audubon Scientist Series features our Senior Biologists sharing their research and data in monthly presentations at Massabesic Center during 2023. 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/scientist-series-bird-migration-may-11-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,NH Audubon Scientist Series,Presentation/Lecture,Webinar,Zoom Talk
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nhaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/Scientist-Series-logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230429T161237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T161237Z
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SUMMARY:Raised Bed Gardens - The Why and How
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in creating raised bed gardens but don’t know where to start? Join Sean O’Brien\, UNH Extension’s Home Horticulture Assistant Program Manager\, for a two-part workshop\, including an introduction to the benefits of raised bed gardens and an in-person\, hands-on session to build wooden raised bed gardens. You’ll go away with skills and knowledge about location\, material selection\, construction methods\, and how to grow various plants in raised beds. \nPart 1 \nThe first part of the workshop will be virtual\, and is available at no cost.  There is no registration limit for the webinar\, but you must sign up by May 1st.  Participation in the virtual introduction session is required in order to attend the second session. \nPart 2 \nThe in-person\, hands-on portion has a limited capacity of 20 participants. If you are not able to attend the required webinar live\, you must still register for Part 1 and view the recorded presentation before you arrive to the workshop. The outdoor workshop will take place outdoors\, rain or shine.  Dress for the weather\, with waterproof footwear recommended for primarily grassy\, flat but uneven terrain. \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Ext Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by May 1\, 2023 \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nPhoto Credit: Stock photo
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/raised-bed-gardens-may-2023/2023-05-07/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture,Volunteering,Webinar,Zoom Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230429T161237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T161237Z
UID:10001406-1683138600-1683142200@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Raised Bed Gardens - The Why and How
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in creating raised bed gardens but don’t know where to start? Join Sean O’Brien\, UNH Extension’s Home Horticulture Assistant Program Manager\, for a two-part workshop\, including an introduction to the benefits of raised bed gardens and an in-person\, hands-on session to build wooden raised bed gardens. You’ll go away with skills and knowledge about location\, material selection\, construction methods\, and how to grow various plants in raised beds. \nPart 1 \nThe first part of the workshop will be virtual\, and is available at no cost.  There is no registration limit for the webinar\, but you must sign up by May 1st.  Participation in the virtual introduction session is required in order to attend the second session. \nPart 2 \nThe in-person\, hands-on portion has a limited capacity of 20 participants. If you are not able to attend the required webinar live\, you must still register for Part 1 and view the recorded presentation before you arrive to the workshop. The outdoor workshop will take place outdoors\, rain or shine.  Dress for the weather\, with waterproof footwear recommended for primarily grassy\, flat but uneven terrain. \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Ext Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by May 1\, 2023 \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nPhoto Credit: Stock photo
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/raised-bed-gardens-may-2023/2023-05-03/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture,Volunteering,Webinar,Zoom Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230106T162135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T123244Z
UID:10001253-1682620200-1682623800@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Common Nighthawks in New Hampshire with Rebecca Suomala
DESCRIPTION:Nighthawks are endangered in New Hampshire and declining throughout their range but we don’t know why. The dawn and dusk “peent” call of these birds was once a familiar sound in cities and towns throughout New Hampshire\, where they nested on flat\, pea stone gravel roofs and fed on insects attracted to city lights. NH Audubon initiated Project Nighthawk in 2007 to investigate the potential for restoring nesting nighthawks by placing simple gravel “nest patches” on flat rooftops. During this presentation\, find out what we’ve learned about patches and nesting nighthawks\, and see photos of nests and chicks.  \nThis presentation is available in a hybrid format.  You are welcome to join us in-person at the Massabesic Center in Auburn\, or virtually via Zoom! Please indicate your preference in the ticket options below.  \nThis program will take place rain or shine.  \nPresenter:\nRebecca Suomala\, NH Audubon Senior Scientist – Citizen Science Bird Data Project Leader  \nCost:\n$12 for NH Audubon members\n$15 for non-members (Become a member today!) \nRegistration Required by noon on April 27\, 2023  \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org.  \nThe NH Audubon Scientist Series features our Senior Biologists sharing their research and data in monthly presentations at Massabesic Center during 2023. 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/scientist-series-nighthawk-apr-26-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,NH Audubon Scientist Series,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20221107T171527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230429T162252Z
UID:10001192-1681405200-1681410600@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Rain Gardens - What are They and Why are They Important?
DESCRIPTION:April 13\, 5:00pm – 6:30pm \nA rain garden is a beautiful landscape feature built in a shallow depression designed to capture the rain. Did you know that rain gardens help reduce water pollution? Join us to learn all about rain gardens\, including why people are loving them\, how to build them\, which plants to use\, and more. We’ll discuss other ways to capture the rain too\, and why that’s so important. As a bonus\, we’ll hear from Master Gardeners who have recently rehabbed the on-site rain garden! After the presentation\, we’ll head outside to see and further discuss the rain garden. \nPresenters:\nLisa Loosigian\, Soak Up the Rain NH Program Coordinator\, NHDES\nBrian McPherson\, UNH Extension Master Gardener\nBetty Jipson\, UNH Extension Master Gardener \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and Extension Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members \nREGISTER HERE  \nRegistration Required by April 10\, 2023 \nPresentation will take place indoors\, rain or shine.  Outdoor portion will take place unless there is heavy rain; come prepared to be outside for 10-15 minutes. \nFor reasonable accommodation requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an on-going partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, which enhance human health and well-being and wildlife habitat.  \nPhoto: Massabesic’s Rain Garden\, Brian McPherson
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/rain-garden-april13-2022/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20221220T195952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T195952Z
UID:10000962-1680343200-1680354000@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:NestWatch Volunteer Training: Bluebird Monitoring
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and get involved in a community science project to monitor field-nesting birds at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center!  This workshop focuses on Eastern Bluebirds\, and will teach you identification\, natural history\, conservation status and how to collect data as a Bluebird Trail Monitor.  \nWe will begin in the classroom at 10am with a break for lunch (please bring your own lunch and water). After lunch\, we’ll head outside for the last hour to learn the trails and nest box locations\, clean out residual nest materials from last year\, and practice field identification of early season birds. \nNH Audubon Massabesic Center is home to almost 100 monitored nest boxes. Volunteer monitors are expected to contribute one to two hours each week from April to August to record data in their designated sections. \nWorkshop participants are not required to become volunteer monitors; you can learn the process and take your new skills with you anywhere! \nPresenters:\nLogan Young\, NH Audubon Massabesic Center NestWatch Chapter Coordinator\nBob Krewson\, NH Audubon Bluebird Monitor Volunteer Leader \nCost:\nFree for NH Audubon members\n$5 for non-members \nRegistration Required by March 30\, 2023 \nIndoor presentation will take place indoors\, rain or shine.  Outdoor portion will take place unless there is severe weather. Weather notifications will be made via email the day before.  Dress for the weather and be prepared to walk up to one mile over mostly flat\, but uneven grassy terrain. Bug spray and sunscreen are strongly recommended. \nFor reasonable accommodation requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nPhoto: Eastern Bluebird\, by Pam Hunt
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/bluebird-monitoring-april-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Count,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230213T184624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T184624Z
UID:10000996-1679940000-1679945400@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Gardening for the Birds! How to Enhance Your Yard for our Feathered Friends
DESCRIPTION:Many people enjoy feeding wild birds. Putting up tubes full of sunflower seeds or trays of mealworms is not the only way to attract birds. Planting native perennials\, shrubs and trees can provide long lasting habitat improvements for the birds while enhancing your landscape too. See examples and learn how to get started Gardening for the Birds. \nPresenter:\nRuth Droescher\, UNH Extension Master Gardener \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Ext Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by March 26\, 2023 \nThis presentation will take place both indoors and outdoors\, rain or shine.  Dress for the weather\, with waterproof footwear recommended for primarily grassy\, flat but uneven terrain. \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nPhoto: American Goldfinch on Cardinal Flower in the Massabesic Center Demonstration Gardens\, by Walter Keane.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/gardening-for-birds-march-27-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230106T161014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T175655Z
UID:10001252-1679596200-1679599800@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Motus: A New Revolution in Migration Research with Dr. Carol Foss
DESCRIPTION:New Hampshire Audubon is part of a collaboration that has recently installed 50 receiving stations for tracking radio-tagged migrants across New England’s skies\, including one at the Massabesic Audubon Center. This in-person presentation will provide a brief history of tracking techniques\, introduce this exciting new technology\, and illustrate the travels of birds and butterflies detected by the Massabesic receiving station. \nThis presentation will take place indoors\, rain or shine.  \nPresenter:\nDr. Carol Foss\, NH Audubon Senior Advisor for Science and Policy  \nCost:\n$12 for NH Audubon members\n$15 for non-members (Become a member today!) \nRegistration EXTENDED. Walk-ins permitted.  \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org.  \nThe NH Audubon Scientist Series features our Senior Biologists sharing their research and data in monthly presentations at Massabesic Center during 2023. 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/scientist-series-motus-mar-23-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,NH Audubon Scientist Series,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230218T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230213T175257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230213T175257Z
UID:10000994-1676712600-1676718000@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Great Gardens Start with Great Plans
DESCRIPTION:Successful gardens don’t just happen. The best vegetable garden starts with a good plan! Learn how to site a new garden\, techniques for expanding an existing one\, and how to map out your plantings. Gain tips for proper spacing\, when to plant various crops\, and how to keep a journal of your year-to-year experiences to help you plan the future. \nPresenter:\nWill Lowenthal\, UNH – Ext Master Gardener \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Ext Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members (Become a member today!) \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by February 15\, 2023 \nPresentation will take place indoors\, rain or shine. \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an ongoing partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, to benefit human health and well-being\, and wildlife habitat. \nPhoto: The Massabesic Center Demonstration Gardens\, credit Mary Di Bello
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/garden-planning-feb18-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230126T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20230103T194344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T202526Z
UID:10001249-1674757800-1674761400@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:New Hampshire's Winter Birds with Dr. Pamela Hunt
DESCRIPTION:NH Audubon’s “Backyard Winter Bird Survey” is a citizen science project that has been collecting data on the state’s birds since 1967. In this in-person program\, Dr. Pamela Hunt uses the Survey’s data to illustrate how populations of our common winter birds have been changing over time. In the process\, we’ll explore many other aspects of bird biology.  \nThis presentation will take place indoors\, rain or shine. \nPresenter:\nDr. Pamela Hunt\, NH Audubon Senior Biologist for Avian Conservation \nCost:\n$12 for NH Audubon members\n$15 for non-members (Become a member today!) \nRegistration Required – Extended to 6:00pm\, January 26\, 2023. \nFor accessibility requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThe NH Audubon Scientist Series features our Senior Biologists sharing their research and data in monthly presentations at Massabesic Center during 2023.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/scientist-series-winter-birds-jan-26-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Count,Featured,NH Audubon Scientist Series,Presentation/Lecture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nhaudubon.org/wp-content/uploads/Scientist-Series-logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20221202T163659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T195503Z
UID:10001232-1674671400-1674676800@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Seed Starting for Home Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:January 25\, 2023 6:30pm – 8:00pm \nAttendees will learn the benefits and best practices for starting plants indoors from seeds and cuttings. Participants will learn about requirements for successful germination\, different growing methods and mediums\, light and temperature needs\, overcoming common problems\, hardening off seedlings for transplanting into the garden\, and best practices to ensure seedlings successfully grow into healthy mature plants. \nThis workshop is designed for beginning gardeners or gardeners who are new to raising plants from seeds\, but all experience levels are welcome to join and learn. \nPresenter:\nSarah Marcoux has been a UNH Extension Master Gardener since 2016. She is an active member of the Master Gardener Speakers Bureau\, sharing her knowledge with other gardeners across the state. Her special interests are herb gardens\, working with children and educational gardens. She also enjoys vegetable and pollinator gardens. \nCost: Free – Pre-registration is required. A link will be sent to all who pre-register.  \nDonations are welcome to support the Demonstration Garden Partnership between UNH Extension and NH Audubon. Details will be provided to participants. \nREGISTER HERE \nFor reasonable accommodation requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an on-going partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, which enhance human health and well-being and wildlife habitat.  \nPhoto: Stock image of sprouting seedlings.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/seed-starting-jan25-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Link\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture,Webinar,Zoom Talk
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230124T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20221121T150722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T150723Z
UID:10001226-1674579600-1674583200@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Timber Rattlesnake Talk
DESCRIPTION:Date: January 24th\, 2023\nTime: 5:00pm-6:00pm \nPlease join us on Tuesday January 24th at the Massabesic Center to learn about one of New Hampshire’s most elusive snakes\, the state-endangered\, timber rattlesnake.  Wildlife Biologist Brendan Clifford from the NH Fish and Game Nongame and Endangered Wildlife Program will talk about the history of rattlesnakes in the state\, their biology\, and how Fish and Game monitors this often-misunderstood snake.  In addition\, we will learn about the status of New Hampshire’s rattlesnake population\, as well as the threats to its long-term persistence and some of the conservation efforts underway. You may even meet the Massabesic Center’s resident timber rattlesnake! \nBrendan has monitored the state’s rattlesnake population for the past 17 years.  He also works to monitor and protect populations of several other state-listed species including the eastern hognose snake\, northern black racer\, piping plover and least tern. 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/timber-rattlesnake-talk/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Slater Roosa":MAILTO:sroosa@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20221202T163442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T195542Z
UID:10001231-1673083800-1673089200@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Winter Sowing of Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:January 7\, 9:30pm – 11:00am \nWinter is a great time to sow native seeds. Many native seeds need to be exposed to prolonged cold and moist conditions to break their dormancy and germinate. Join us as we introduce you to native plants and guide you through this hands-on\, 6-step process.  You’ll leave with a pot of native perennial seeds that will grow all year and be ready to plant in your garden next fall. \nPresenters:\nDonna Miller\, UNH Extension Advanced Master Gardener\nStacey Scaccia\, UNH Extension Master Gardener \nCost:\n$10 for NH Audubon members and UNH Ext Master Gardeners\n$15 for non-members \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration Required by January 5\, 2023 \nSnow cancellation notifications will be determined and sent on January 6th. \nPresentation will take place indoors. Outdoor portion will be weather dependent – dress for a short walk on grassy uneven terrain. \nFor reasonable accommodation requests\, please contact Massabesic Center Director\, Kimmie Whiteman\, at kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org. \nThis program is brought to you through an on-going partnership between New Hampshire Audubon and University of New Hampshire Extension’s Master Gardener Program. The Demonstration Gardens at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center provide a place for sharing best practices in eco-friendly home and community gardening\, which enhance human health and well-being and wildlife habitat. \nPhoto: Stock image of seeds growing in milk jugs under winter snow
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/winter-sowing-jan7-2023/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Pollinators,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20220908T212524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T215231Z
UID:10001128-1664467200-1664474400@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Professional Development - Back to School Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Date: September 29th\, 4:00pm – 6:00pm \nPrice: $10 for members\, $15 for non-members \nAdvance registration required. Registration deadline: September 26th. \nRegistration Limit: 30 participants. \nJoin Richard Hodges from ReTreeUs to discover a novel way to grow schoolyard gardens. We’ll talk about sheet mulching techniques\, succession planting\, and building organic matter with an easy-to-do method. You’ll also learn the basic considerations and steps for planning and starting a schoolyard garden. UNH-Extension Master Gardener Maureen Sinclair will be on hand to talk specifics about pollinator gardens\, as well.  \nAfter the presentation\, we’ll see these methods and more in action while touring the successful Teaching and Demonstration Garden\, which is maintained through a partnership between NH Audubon and UNH-Extension\, and provides the public with research-based\, sustainable gardening information and skills that benefit our environment for wildlife and for people.  \nThis program will take place both indoors and outdoors rain or shine. If it downpours\, we will postpone.  Dress for the weather! \n  \n 
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/school-gardening-sept29-2022/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,Field Trip,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220823T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20220804T190858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T200403Z
UID:10001114-1661274000-1661279400@nhaudubon.org
SUMMARY:Cover Crops and Fall Vegetables - What to Plant at the End of the Season
DESCRIPTION:Gardening season may be winding down\, but there are still things that you can plant in your vegetable garden in the fall. Learn about the value of cover crops and some examples of what to plant for soil health and spring garden preparation. Discover the wonders of fall planted spinach and gain some tricks for planting garlic – one of the easiest crops to grow if done right. \nInstructors: Nate Bernitz\, UNH Extension Public Engagement Program Manager and Beth McGuinn\, long-time organic gardener and garden educator. \nLocation: Demonstration and Teaching Garden at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center \nFee: $15/person; $10/NH Audubon member or UNH Extension volunteer \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistration deadline: August 18 \nRefunds will be issued for cancellations before August 18. \nIf the event is sold out\, please email Jacob.Winn@unh.edu to be added to the waitlist. \nTo request a reasonable accommodation\, please contact: Ruth Smith at ruth.smith@unh.edu or 603-355-2718. \nThe Demonstration and Teaching Garden is a partnership program between UNH Extension and NH Audubon\, which provides the public with research-based\, sustainable gardening information and skills that benefit people and our environment.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/cover-crops-aug16-2022/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
CREATED:20220719T181632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T200334Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Insects: Friends and Foes
DESCRIPTION:Insects in the garden can be a problem – eating leaves\, piercing fruits\, or chewing roots. But some insects provide important benefits such as pollination and predation. We will search for insects\, explore identification techniques and resources\, learn how to discern friend from foe\, and gain skills to become an insect detective. A few tips on how to manage insect pests will also be discussed. This workshop will include some prework in preparation for the outdoor\, hands-on session.  Stay for an optional extension of the class until 7:00 p.m.\, which will include additional capture and ID techniques. \nLocation: Demonstration and Teaching Garden at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center \n26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH \nFee: $15/person; $10/NH Audubon member or UNH Extension volunteer \nREGISTER HERE \nAdvance registration required. Registration deadline extended to: July 29\, 2022. \nIf the event is sold out\, please email Jacob.Winn@unh.edu to be added to the waitlist. \nTo request a reasonable accommodation\, please contact: Ruth Smith at ruth.smith@unh.edu or 603-355-2718. \nThe Demonstration and Teaching Garden is a partnership program between UNH Extension and NH Audubon\, which provides the public with research-based\, sustainable gardening information and skills that benefit our environment for wildlife and for people.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/massabesic-insects-aug2-2022/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220726T183000
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SUMMARY:Tips for Growing Tomatoes: Trellising\, Pruning and More
DESCRIPTION:Tomato season is coming into full swing! In this workshop\, we’ll discuss the differences between the two major growth habits of tomato varieties: determinate and indeterminate. Understanding these differences will determine how best to manage them. We’ll discuss and demonstrate different ways to support the plants for better production: staking\, caging\, overhead trellising\, and the “Florida Weave.” We’ll show how to prune tomatoes to control growth and improve disease prevention. \nInstructors: UNH Extension Master Gardeners Will Lowenthal and Maureen Sinclair \nLocation: Demonstration and Teaching Garden at NH Audubon’s Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn.\nPre-registration required: https://extension.unh.edu/event/2022/07/tips-growing-tomatoes-trellising-pruning-more\n$15/person; $10/NHA member or Extension volunteer. \nRegistration deadline: Monday\, July 25\, 9:00 a.m.\nIf the event is sold out\, please email Jacob.Winn@unh.edu to be added to the waitlist \nTo request a reasonable accommodation\, please email ruth.smith@unh.edu or call 603-355-2718. \nThe Demonstration and Teaching Garden is a partnership program between UNH Extension and NH Audubon\, which provides the public with research-based\, sustainable gardening information and skills that benefit our environment for wildlife and for people.
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/massabesic-tomatoes-july26-2022/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Demonstration Garden,Featured,Hands-on workshop,Presentation/Lecture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T190251
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220610T111642Z
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SUMMARY:Loons on Lake Massabesic
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 8\, 6-7pm \nCost: Free \nFor many\, the haunting call of the loon is an important part of the New Hampshire lake experience. Often seen as a symbol of the northern wilderness\, loons are a beloved fixture on New Hampshire lakes\, and many lake goers enjoy watching them as they raise their young. However\, the breeding season can be a vulnerable time for loons—they face many threats\, both natural and anthropogenic\, while on our lakes. \nThis presentation by Caroline Hughes of the Loon Preservation Committee\, will focus on the biology and life history of loons\, the threats that loons face while on our lakes\, and the work that the Loon Preservation Committee’s staff and volunteers have performed since 1975 to help recover New Hampshire’s threatened loon population. \nWe will end with a discussion of the loons on Massabesic Lake\, the challenges that they have faced\, and the ways that program participants can assist with Massabesic loon monitoring. \nThis program is free of cost\, but participants must register in advance.  The presentation will take place indoors. \nStay up to date with the latest masking requirements by checking community Covid-19 transmission levels here. Our policies remain fluid in accordance with CDC guidelines. \nPhoto Credit: Kittie Wilson
URL:https://nhaudubon.org/event/massabesic-loons-july8-2022/
LOCATION:Massabesic Center\, 26 Audubon Way\, Auburn\, NH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Presentation/Lecture,Volunteering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kimmie Whiteman":MAILTO:kwhiteman@nhaudubon.org
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